Whoopie Pies with Mint Filling and Chocolate Ganache

Whoopie pies are a classic American treat that originated in the Northeastern United States, particularly in the states of Pennsylvania and Maine. They are often considered a cross between a cookie and a cake, with a creamy filling sandwiched between two soft, cake-like cookies.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 72 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Whoopie Pies with Mint Filling and Chocolate Ganache

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 12 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup For the Cookies
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Buttermilk
• 1 cup For the Mint Filling
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 2 drop Green food coloring (optional)
• ¹⁄₂ cup For the Chocolate Ganache
• ¹⁄₂ cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ¹⁄₄ cup Heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using). Beat until smooth and fluffy.
10. Spread a generous amount of the mint filling on the flat side of half the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwiches.
11. For the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
12. Dip the assembled whoopie pies halfway into the chocolate ganache, allowing any excess to drip off.
13. Place the whoopie pies on a wire rack to set the ganache.
14. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the ganache to firm up.
15. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17g27%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 28g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.